What reading level is Barefoot in Fire ?

Barefoot in Fire by Barbara-Ann Gamboa Lewis is at a Level 6 reading level. Recommended for Middle Grades readers (Ages 9-12).

What age is Barefoot in Fire appropriate for?

Barefoot in Fire is recommended for Ages 9-12. HootRating: 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags: Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief, War & Conflict.

What genre is Barefoot in Fire ?

Barefoot in Fire is fiction — Philippines.

Does Barefoot in Fire have any content warnings?

Barefoot in Fire has a HootRating of 11ME (Moderate — Emotional). Content flags include: Fear & Anxiety, Loss & Grief, War & Conflict. On HootRated, every book is rated across four dimensions — emotional, physical, social, and thematic — to help parents make informed choices.

How many pages is Barefoot in Fire ?

Barefoot in Fire by Barbara-Ann Gamboa Lewis is 207 pages.

Barefoot in Fire

Barbara-Ann Gamboa Lewis

Barefoot in Fire

Age Rating, Reading Level & Content Guide

A World War II Childhood

by Barbara-Ann Gamboa Lewis

Reading Level 6 11ME Ages 9-12 Matched Rich Discussion

The text is written at a 6th grade reading level, the subject matter is intended for middle graders (ages 9–12), and the content has moderate intensity with some emotionally heavy themes.

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About This Book

Barbara is no ordinary girl — she’s a fearless, clever kid growing up in a city torn by war. From chasing wild ducks to building her own airplane, her adventures are full of surprises and courage. But living in a place where every day brings new challenges means she must find strength in the hardest moments.

Themes

Coming of Age FamilyHistoryResilienceCourage

Quick Assessment

This compelling middle-grade novel recounts the true experiences of a biracial girl growing up in Manila during World War II. It offers an honest look at childhood amid war, highlighting themes of resilience, identity, and moral choices. Suitable for ages 9-12, it contains historical context and emotional depth but no graphic content.